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I've decided to make some significant changes in my digital life. I've taken the plunge and am rooting out most US-based services from my usage list. This includes canceling all my streaming subscriptions, putting my Reddit account in cold storage, and deleting my Twitter accounts. Additionally, I'm in the process of removing my presence from Meta platforms. This shift is part of my effort to simplify and re-evaluate my online habits and dependencies.

One of the primary reasons for this change is the importance of bolstering the EU economy. By supporting European companies and services, I believe we can foster innovation and growth within our own region. This not only strengthens our economic independence but also encourages the development of solutions tailored to our specific needs and values.

In my exploration of EU-based alternatives, I've found that while they may be slightly more expensive, they often offer superior technology and usability. The focus on quality, privacy, and user experience in many European products aligns with my personal values and expectations. By investing in these solutions, I'm not only supporting local businesses but also benefiting from advanced and reliable services.

This transition is about more than just personal preference; it's about contributing to a stronger, more self-sufficient European digital landscape. I'm excited to continue discovering and integrating more EU-based services into my daily life.

Despite the costs and effort needed to make this change, I would like to encourage and motivate everyone else considering doing the same. It will undoubtedly be tough for a while, but if we push forward together, it will be better for all of us in the end. Let's support each other in this journey towards a more independent and innovative digital future.

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[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 day ago (1 children)
[–] [email protected] 0 points 1 day ago (2 children)
[–] [email protected] 2 points 14 hours ago

It's American as an orange faced apple pie in a diaper.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 day ago (1 children)

It’s not European, it’s VC funded, they haven’t delivered on any of their federation promises. It’s currently X without Musk and some empty promises.

Until they actually keep their word and implement federation, allowing users to gracefully migrate to other platforms, they shouldn’t be trusted.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 day ago* (last edited 1 day ago) (2 children)

I mean, these things are correct, but at this point in time, I think draining the X-axis is more important than going full fediverse, and right now BlueSky has a far better shot at that than Mastodon.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 14 hours ago

Depends on what you look for and where you are from. In Germany Mastodon feels way more established.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 day ago (1 children)

I'm actually enjoying mastodon more than bsky...

[–] [email protected] 2 points 14 hours ago

@Gigameister @Novocirab I am on both but have basically left Bluesky for here. It was too stressful there... And I can follow Lemmy conversations